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Who is Dr. Stephen, Anesthesiologist in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Mekhala Stephen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Weymouth, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Stephen graduated from Christian Medical College and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pain Management; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (781) 337-4224.
Where did Dr. Stephen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Fellow
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pain Management; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Christian Med Hosp India, Resident | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Christian Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Vellore- Tn- India | Christian Medical College
Is Dr. Stephen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mekhala Stephen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?
Dr. Stephen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stephen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stephen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Stephen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stephen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stephen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Stephen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 337-4224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stephen accept in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Stephen in Weymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health First Shared Services
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Second Certificate Of Honor - Forensic Medicine
Second Certificate Of Honor - Ophthalmology
Second Certificate Of Honor - Biochemistry
First Certificate Of Honor - PharMacOlogy
What is Dr. Stephen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023072287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stephen
What is Dr. Mekhala Stephen's specialty?
Dr. Stephen is a Anesthesiologist near Weymouth, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Mekhala Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stephen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Mekhala Stephen accepting new patients in Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Mekhala Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mekhala Stephen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (781) 337-4224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mekhala Stephen?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (781) 337-4224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mekhala Stephen have?
Dr. Mekhala Stephen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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